Xavier Kataquapit: Orange Shirt Day 2022
by Xavier Kataquapit (www.underthenorthernsky.com) – This September 30 marked the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a nationally recognized federal holiday in Canada…
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Giving Back To The Streets 5: Indigenous food, music and kindness for everyone
by Deena Goodrunning, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – On September 25, 2022 a beautiful event took place at Amiskwacîwâskahikan, the Turtle Island city colonially…
BBMA approves record-breaking $1 million in awards for Alberta Métis students
(ANNews) – The Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards (BBMA) has announced their Million Dollar Milestone, approving over $1 million in scholarships to Alberta Métis Students this…
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Northeast Edmonton
by Paula E. Kirman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A number of events were held on September 30th to mark the National Day for…
Women Building Futures: Helping Indigenous women transform their lives
by Women Building Futures (ANNews) – Women Building Futures is a registered non-profit based in Edmonton, Alberta. We offer programs and support services to help…
University of Alberta Native Studies has several accessible pathways to learning
By Avery Letendre, Jill Flaman, and Freda Cardinal (ANNews) Many people have goals to further their education and build new skill sets for their careers,…
The Town of Devon is an example of Rural Alberta’s new relationship with Treaties
By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – The Second annual Treaty Six Day in the Town of Devon, Alberta was held on Saturday,…
Local artist donates hand crafted Metis cultural items to kids in care
By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – A few weeks ago, local Indigenous designer Jamie Stewart dropped by the Metis Child and Family…
Examining truth and reconciliation in education
By Regan Treewater, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANNews) – Since Pope Francis’ historic visit to Canada, and his touring of former residential school sites, many…
Enbridge releases Reconciliation Action Plan
(ANNews) – On September 20, Enbridge released its first Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP). The plan was initiated in recognition that Indigenous people across North…